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• Introduction • Overview• Tools of the Trade Listings• Innovation, Efficiency and
Safety by
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The Absolute Measure . . .
E levator ride quality is a first indicator
of the quality of design, installation
and service. The EVA-625 has become
the International Standard for the
absolute measure and analysis of ride
quality and vibration & sound. The EVA
system includes powerful analytical
software tools to fully analyze all
aspects of the elevator mechanical
and control system.
The highly accurate response
of the EVA system, and the
powerful analysis capabilities
offered by the EVA
Elevator/Escalator Analysis
Tools software, allows rapid
identification of problem areas
so that corrective actions can be
targeted quickly and precisely. The EVA
system uniquely provides the ability to measure
the vibration and sound that people feel and hear, yet
allows analysis of the broad-band vibration and sound
that is the result of the function of all dynamic aspects
of the elevator system. Problems with roller guides,
rail joints, motor control systems, and other dynamic
elements can be identified in minutes. Quality of
installation and service can be improved dramatically.
The EVA system and accessories are designed to be
robust and easy to operate. The system includes high
resolution sensors and data acquisition system, all
necessary cables, one year warranty and the industry
standard EVA Elevator/Escalator Analysis Tools soft-
ware, all at very low cost.
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I hope that you find this section informative. It takes anumber of special tools to effectively install and maintainelevators and escalators. However, it is not only conven-tional tools that make up the term “tools.” Items like bar-ricades, safety harnesses, testing equipment and soft-ware are also valuable items.
In this section, you will find detailed tool listings thathelp make installing equipment easier, safer and effec-tive. If you have a question about these products, feel freeto contact the companies directly. Let’s take a look at thecompanies that supported this special section.
WURTEC, INC.Wurtec is our Key sponsor, and it has a comprehensive
selection of tools for the industry. Elevator people servic-ing elevator people, that is Wurtec. With more than 20years of service to the industry, it is a source for elevatortools, components and communication. Offering an ever-expanding product range, its goal is to be a primarysource for rail installation tools, safety equipment, hoist-ing equipment, storage chests, test and measuring tools,and more. Wurtec also has experience providing specialtooling to many major companies in the industry.
THE PEELLE CO.Peelle offers a special tool kit to make installing freight
doors simple. Incorporated in 1905, Peelle is an interna-tional provider of vertical-sliding freight elevator doors andrelated equipment. Peelle Doors can be found on every con-tinent. Peelle specializes in modernizing existing equipment.
THE TEXACONE CO.Texacone offers a complete hydraulic or traction-packing
replacement kit. Incorporated in 1932, Texacone hasmanufactured and distributed hydraulic seals for morethan 70 years. Texacone’s custom-engineered products areconstantly researched to improve performance and quality.
DRAKA ELEVATOR Draka Elevator Products, Inc. offers an ever-expanding
product range and supplier integration capabilities for theglobal elevator/escalator market. Its manufacturing loca-tions in the U.S., Spain, Czech Republic and China, anddistribution/service partners worldwide can provideservice to local markets.
DRUCEGROVE LTD.Drucegrove has produced
advanced elevator componentssince 1983. Over the years, its workforce has designed andmanufactured a complete range of elevator products,backed by a research and development program, solvingproblems and providing solutions for challenging projects.
EHC GLOBALEHC Global designs, manufactures and services escalator
handrails and escalator safety brushes. EHC services theindustry from its manufacturing plants and Quick ServiceDepots in North America, Europe and Asia. Through thisglobal network, EHC also provides splice and repair services.
MAXTON MANUFACTURING CO. Maxton has manufactured hydraulic elevator control
valves since 1968. With its hydraulic knowledge and elec-tronic expertise, Maxton created a series of electronicmotorized control valves specifically for the residentialmarket. SafeTach, an elevator performance meter, ishighlighted in this section.
THE VERTICAL SOLUTIONS CO.The Vertical Solutions Co. is a 100% woman-owned
business that has supplied the industry for more than 10years. It offers a complete line of elevator installationtooling, plus standard items to the industry. It also offerspersonal-protection items and specializes in packingmade-to-order safety bags.
QUALITY ELEVATOR PRODUCTS, INC.Quality is an independently owned company specializ-
ing in elevator and escalator parts and accessories. Theseinclude emergency lights and phones, inspection stations,fans, handrails, wedge sockets, packing, rollers, powerunits, tank cooling units, elevator air conditioners andspecialized tools.
I hope this special section is a benefit to the industry.Please feel free to offer your comments and look for futurespecial sections.
Best Regards,T.Bruce [email protected]
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and equipment became more complicated (such as the
“safety elevator” developed in the 19th century or the more
recent “destination dispatch”), the tools used to produce,
maintain and modernize elevators and escalators had to
become more sophisticated. In addition, concern for the
safety of the riding public has grown over the years.
No longer could an installer look up an elevator shaft
and determine alignment by simply “eyeballing” the
hoistway. The relatively simple mechanical devices used
to control the equipment have been supplemented by,
and some cases replaced by, computerized and electronic
devices that require whole new generations of tools.
In addition to computerization, other technology has
influenced tools and how they are constructed. The sci-
ence of ergonomics has produced belts that support the
back when lifting heavy objects and screwdrivers with
cushioned handles for better gripping. Improvements in
communications have resulted in remote monitoring,
global positioning systems and almost instant transmis-
sion of blueprints and other data.
Ultimately, the success of any industry product or
project depends on the skills, knowledge and attention of
the worker. As the old adage states, “It’s a poor craftsmen
who blames his tools.” However, the correct tool, properly
maintained, makes every job safer, easier and quicker to
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Every worker needs tools to perform his or her job. The
vertical transportation industry is no different. Whether
the worker manufactures components in a factory,
installs elevators and escalators in the field or maintains
the equipment in top working condition, each has tools to
make the job more efficient and safer. Some of these
tools are used by the engineers who design systems, the
consultants who offer their advice and/or the inspectors
who ensure that the systems run properly.
In this special section, ELEVATOR WORLD looks at many
of the tools that the industry uses. Some of these are pro-
vided by the companies that employ the workers and others
are acquired by the worker to perform his or her respon-
sibilities. As a rule, these tools are not actually part of ver-
tical transportation, and a few are unique to the industry.
The vertical transportation industry’s tools of the trade range
from the common place (such as screwdrivers, drills and
saws) to those relating to jobsite locations (such as safety
harnesses, hardhats and steel-toed boots) to the specialized
(such as electricity meters, test weights and rail gauges).
From the beginning of the industry, when men and
women first devised ways of lifting objects (and them-
selves) off the ground, they needed tools to complete
their tasks. Whether those devices were simple hammers
and chisels or a fulcrum and lever, the work was best
done with the proper tools. As the industry progressed
IndustryRole in the Elevator
Important Tools Play an
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Product Details Contact
877-DRAKA-EPwww.draka-ep.com
The Draka QuickStrip wire stripper is aself-adjusting cutting and stripping tool. TheQuickStrip can be adjusted to ensure thatfine insulations are stripped without damag-ing the conductors. Both English and metricscales ensure the strip length is perfect.
Draka also offers a complete set of easilyinterchangeable cassettes to enable preci-sion stripping of a wide range of insula-tions from PVC to PTFE with just one tool.
800-490-7915www.ehc-global.com
EHC’s RapidRail tool makes installa-tion and removal of escalator handrailsquick & easy. RapidRail was designed byEHC field technicians and is made fromhigh grade structural steel. • The machined ball at the tip ensures
the handrail will not be damaged dur-ing installation.
• The handle gives a comfortable gripallowing an optimum amount of lipopening force, even on the tightest fit-ting guides.
Protect your workers, the public andyour company with safety netting fromThe Vertical Solutions Company. Avail-able in 48” and 102” widths and 150’lengths, this netting is great for dividinghoistways. Satisfy OSHA regulations foroverhead protection, debris containment,and perimeter safety. Effectively controlsfalling tools and debris and can be usedas a part of an OSHA approved guardrailsystem.
800-222-3688www.qualityelev.com
Model WRG-2000. Wire rope gauge.
Easy, no-hassle, foolproof way to checkelevator wire rope for maximum reduceddiameter.
Designed for 3/8", 1/2", 9/16", and5/8" diameter wire rope. The gauge staysparallel to rope, so you are always check-ing from the top of one strand to the topof the opposite strand. Made from anodizedT3 aluminum.
800-837-1066 www.wurtec.com
Jack Clamp This clamp is used as a tool when securedabout the piston, cylinder or jack assem-bly. Its steel construction housed aroundcustom gripping pads allows it to gripcylinders from 3” to 9” in diameter weigh-ing up to 1800 pounds. Lifting capacity onthis Jack Clamp is 1800 pounds. It breaksdown for easy storage and shipment, hasreplaceable pads and has a higher clamp-ing force than wood.
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The complete hydraulic or tractionpacking replacement kit, all in one pack-age. High quality tools simplify the task ofreplacing seals in both hydraulic and trac-tion type elevators. Contains an assort-ment of packing puller tips that will re-move all types of sealing componentsfound in the elevator industry. Also con-tains a handy self-locking diameter tapeand vernier caliper for accurate shaftmeasurements. All of this comes in adurable snap-shut case.
1 800-727-5020 X 218www.peelledoor.com
Tania Butler,[email protected]
Peelle's Installation Tools Kit #060040.Peelle has installed freight door systemsfor 104 years and knows the tricks of thetrade. This Installation Tools Kit includesthe most common Peelle props needed tosimplify installation, i.e., a door dolly formoving panels, straps to hoist panels, achain break, etc. The kit sells for $600 asa parts order or with a Peelle Door Sys-tem. The kit is reusable and will pay for it-self.
SafeTach is an Elevator PerformanceMeter designed with the user’s safety inmind. The SafeTach can simply be placedflat on the elevator floor and will providereal time readings of speed, rate, run timeand jerk on a large digital display. This de-vice has an infinite speed capability andworks on traction or hydraulic elevators.A wired remote is also available allowingyou to operate the 4 controls on top of theunit from a standing position.
800-222-3688www.qualityelev.com
Model DPG. Door pressure gauge.
Lightweight, inexpensive, and univer-sal pocket size tool, also could be used forchecking hoist cable tension and V-belttension. Last measuring memory. Mea-sured pressure 0 to 35 lb. Tool is 8" longand 1/2" diameter.
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800-837-1066 www.wurtec.com
Roebling ClampsThe Wurtec Roebling style wire rope Clampsare now available in Metric! We offer the11mm and 22mm size with additional sizesavailable upon request. Each of these clampssecurely grabs two ropes. Rope resists slip-ping through the clamp because of the spi-ral ridges cast into the grooves. It also hasindexed hardware holes to prevent incorrectassembly. Includes all hardware shown. Ithas a 600 pound maximum safe workingload per rope.
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MaxGlide is a hydraulic oil additivethat assists in improving the performanceof your hydraulic elevator. MaxGlide in-creases floor stop accuracy, reduces highoperating temperatures, provides smootherstarts and stops, and reduces chatter andother performances inhibiting issues.
800-222-3688www.qualityelev.com
Model SJG12. “SOFT JAWS”Safety tool to prevent accidental dam-
age to wire ropes. Never damage a gover-nor rope again!! Use when performinggovernor test or shortening hoist ropes, orfor seizing governor rope ends to preventloss of rope lay.
Design for rope size from 3/8" thru3/4". Made from 6061-T6 aluminum, hardanodized black. Use with “Vice Grip”brand locking pliers, models 10CR, and10WR.
877-DRAKA-EPwww.draka-ep.com
Draka’s Flexi-Peeler precisely cuts thePVC jacket from round traveling cable.Cut depth is easily adjustable. Two attach-ments permit use on cable diametersfrom 0.2-1.5-inches (4.5-40mm) and 1.4-2.0-inches (35-50mm). A replacementblade is included in the handle. The toolprevents insulation damage when strip-ping cable and is a safe alternative to arazor blade or pocket knife.
The Sure-Fill Repair Kit is the sure wayto permanently fill scores and bad jointson hydraulic plungers. Unique solder andflux is easy to use and has excellent adhe-sion to most plungers. Finished repair isundetectable and provides a superior sur-face finish for better sealing and longerseal life. Convenient kit comes witheverything you will need. Use with acety-lene torch (not provided).
800-837-1066 www.wurtec.com
Break Away Canopy The break-away canopy is telescopicallyadjustable and comes with PearlWeavefor the canopy cover, creating a protectivecanopy between 4' x 4' to 6' x 6'. The 3-way corner brackets on the canopy fitloosely on 1" EMT posts allowing thecanopy to break-away if the platformmoves in the down direction while an in-dividual on the platform stays secured tohis lifeline.
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In the elevator industry, as in most others, the productsand technologies that most often grab and dominate theheadlines of trade publications and are the topics of dis-cussion at conferences and tradeshows are typicallythose revolving around the final product; machine-room-less (MRL) elevators, new suspension-rope materials,advanced controllers and more intelligent traffic dispatch-ing. However, while these are the products that oftenshowcase the latest technologies applied to our industryfor the casual observer, there is an oft-overlooked areawhere new technologies are also applied in our industry:our tools of the trade.
In order to keep up with the advances and new devel-opments in the end-use products of our industry, thetools to install, maintain and service these products mustalso continuously improve and advance. Innovation, effi-ciency and safety have been the main drivers behindthese improvements and advancements in the elevatorindustry, and their effect on the tools in our industry iswhat we aim to discuss.
As innovation has driven the advancement of elevatorsystems, our industry is faced with the reality that job con-ditions and challenges are constantly changing. For instance,with the advent of MRL elevators, the disappearance ofthe machine room has caused many a field techniciantrouble with issues of dropping plumb lines for rail align-ment, hoisting machines into the typically very smallmachine space and positioning the controller. At Wurtec,we have been addressing these issues and have devel-oped a tool for dropping lines from the top-floor landing.
This product can be used to drop lines from the top-floor landing.
With a wide variety of adjustments and solid anchorpoints, it is now possible to quickly and accurately droplines from nearly the top of the hoistway. Along the samevein, there is a variety of options for hoisting in tightspaces, including a 10,000-lb.-capacity hoist plate thatcan be shelled to the hoistway wall offering hoistingpoints wherever it can be mounted. There is also theratcheting beam clamp “Bear Trap” that allows man-ratedsafety lines or hoisting equipment to be secured on anoverhead beam without entering the hoistway and whereaccess to that beam is very limited.
(l-r) Ratchet beam clamp and ratchet beam clamp attached to attaching rod
Innovation, Efficiencyand Safety by Rob Wurth
Rob Wurth is an outside and international sales
representative at Wurtec, Inc. He is a member of the
National Association of Elevator Contractors
International Committee. Wurth graduated from the
University of Michigan in Ann Arbor and has been
involved in Wurtec for nearly a decade.
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With innovation driving product design and constantlyleading to higher-performing elevator systems, ride qualityin elevators has gained increased focus as of late. Withthe latest building boom, the desire to travel faster andmore comfortably has grown substantially along with thedesire to install the equipment more efficiently. As aresult, the need for precision on these systems has beensteadily increasing. To address this, laser systems thatallow precise jobsite surveying and proper alignment of“king” and subsequent rail sections in an efficient andcost-effective manner have been implemented.
Laser systems such as this rail alignment tool allow precise surveying and properalignment of guide rails on the jobsite.
Furthermore, precisely manufactured tools holdingtighter tolerances have been developed for rail and rail-joint alignment, sill-leveling, jamb alignment, the “facing”of rails and plumbing hydraulic jacks, to name just a few.This constant innovation in product development hasallowed elevator manufacturers and contractors to con-tinually differentiate themselves from their competition.However, it is their ability to efficiently install and servicethese products, thereby reducing the total cost of theproduct to the customer, which wins many jobs at theend of the day. Put simply, in conjunction with a well-designed quality product, the faster, easier and moreefficiently an elevator can be installed, the more compet-itive a company can become. This realization has gainedmuch momentum in recent years as elevator contractorshave focused on building and installing elevators fasterand faster. In many cases, the best way to become moreefficient is to work smarter, not harder. To accomplish
this, tools that aid in many installation processes arebeing designed; the use of these tools allows themechanic to install the elevator components faster,increasing efficiency.
One of the staples of the Wurtec tools product line (anda product that is known to increase efficiency over manyother methods) has been the False-Car rail installationsystem. Eliminating the need for scaffolding and typicallypractical for installations of five stories or more, the fullyadjustable (in distance between guides and depth dimen-sions) False-Car allows for quick installation of rails inthe hoistway. It does this by providing the mechanic witha platform that can be powered up and down in the hoist-way using a cable climber. Perhaps most importantly, incontrast to the “car-sling” method of rail installation, theFalse-Car allows rails to be installed prior to the generalcontractor’s completion of the hoistway or provision ofpermanent power. By allowing jobsite construction of theelevator to begin as early as possible, productivity isenhanced and job-completion schedules can be met withgreater ease. As the False-Car system has steadily be-come more popular, one drawback that has consistentlybeen mentioned is the need for building a wooden plat-form on which to ride. This has been addressed recentlywith the development of a patent-pending adjustablealuminum platform frame. Continued
The patent-pending adjustable aluminum platform frame
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Innovation, Efficiencyand Safety Continued
Utilizing this platform frame, which retrofits to existingWurtec False-Cars, installers now simply adjust their plat-form to the size required, install 3/4-in. plywood (or anacceptable substitute), and attach handrails and over-head protection. Using this platform not only allows formuch quicker setup of the False-Car, but also providesinstallers with a capacity-rated and tagged platform thatcan be reused for the life of the False-Car. From an envi-ronmental standpoint, it also eliminates the waste createdby building and throwing-away various-sized woodenconstruction platforms.
Another area that has seen great improvements inefficiency includes the monitoring, tensioning and servic-ing of suspension ropes. As rope life and wear increas-ingly become issues and maintenance becomes morenecessary, older methods such as “plucking” and tension-ing via torque wrench simply do not satisfy quality andefficiency standards found elsewhere in maintenance. As a result, digital rope-tensioning devices have seen ajustified surge in popularity. The use of accurate rope-tensioning equipment allows mechanics to quickly andaccurately measure and then tension the wire ropes intheir suspension system.
Depending on the design and manufacturer, tools thatmonitor either single ropes or all suspension ropes simul-taneously are offered. Additionally, an added benefit thatmany users are not often aware of is that these sametensioning tools can be used to weigh the elevator car,thereby eliminating the need to “hang” the car to deter-mine its weight – often a half-day process at a minimum.Mechanics have found that these tools’ upfront costs areoften recouped in as few as two to three site visits forrope tensioning, due to the resultant increase in on-siteefficiency.
Another hot efficiency topic is remote monitoring. Manymajor elevator and controller manufacturers have beenoffering some iteration of this for many years, and manymore are currently in the process of development androllout of some type of remote monitoring. Whether theend goal is for preventative maintenance, data logging,hour reduction, reduced site visits or all of the above, it isquite clear that remote monitoring is here to stay.
In order to compete effectively, service and mainte-nance mechanics must have the necessary tools at theirdisposal to efficiently and properly service their cus-
tomers’ elevators, and remote monitoring will play anever-greater role in this in the future. In light of this trend,Wurtec has developed the S3 Analyzer (S3A) as a non-proprietary remote-monitoring device. The aim of theS3A is for it to be an affordable solution for contractorsand service technicians at companies of any size, whichwill assist them with issues like “running on arrival” bytracking and storing all events so the system can be ana-lyzed and the intermittent problem found. E-mail alertscan be sent for predefined faults, usage information andgeneral troubleshooting data. Whether one adapts remote-monitoring tools now or later, it is clear that the issue issomething for all members of the elevator industry tokeep an eye on and try to determine its exact direction forthe future.
The final driver behind tool development for the eleva-tor industry is one that is exacerbated ever more by theinnovation and efficiency demands already discussed. Aselevator systems grow in complexity and efficiencymeasures are demanded to an ever-increasing degree,safety becomes a critical issue in the discussion of newtool design, development and application on the jobsite.
One area that has seen some of the most impactingadvances (and therefore a renewed focus on safety) hasbeen in the electronics systems responsible for drivingand controlling elevators. Historically, when mechanicsneeded to troubleshoot problems in an elevator system,they have “jumped out” circuits in order to pinpoint theexact cause or location of the problem. For example, doorinterlocks can be jumped out to determine if a car is strik-ing an interlock during its travel. While a common prac-tice, it is also one in which training and strict proceduresshould always be followed. The reason for this is simple:if a circuit is jumped out, it is not acting as it was designedto; therefore, if left jumped out in normal operations, pas-sengers and service mechanics can be subject to abnormalrisks relative to the operation of the elevator.
In many cases, procedures are written to ensure thatjumpers are not left on site; jumpers are assigned and/orserialized for particular mechanics in order to createaccountability for them. To address this potential safetyproblem even further, jumper kits were created, in whichleads and jumpers are provided in a pouch with a log torecord which circuits have been jumped out and bywhom. In addition, these pouches often offer a lanyard by
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which to hang the kit on the doorknob to the machineroom, thereby making it all the more likely that someonerecognizes that a circuit is currently jumped out. Buildingon this idea and the underlying issues behind it, Wurtechas recently developed a time-out jumper, which can beelectronically assigned/serialized to a mechanic and seteither by administrators or the mechanic (depending onpermissions granted) to time out and allow the circuit toreturn to its normal state.
The safety issue this is meant to address is the situa-tion where a jumper is inadvertently left on a jobsite. Inthis event, the time-out jumper cannot only be tracedback with a history of usage and user information, butwill also prevent a circuit from remaining in an unin-tended state during undesirable timeframes.
Another safety concern that has gained momentum asof late is the issue of using engineered and load-ratedtools. In the past, tools were often created at local fabri-cation shops per specific customer requirements. Whilestill an option in some cases for tools not impacted byload ratings or capacity concerns, many of the productsof the past no longer meet requirements for ratings (withtags to visually inform the user of their capabilities andlimitations). When working on a jobsite, especially inareas of rigging and hoisting, it is of critical importance
that the user be fully aware of the weakest point in eachsystem. In order to calculate this, he or she must be givencapacity ratings on all available load-bearing tools andequipment. Through the use of finite element analysisand in-house testing equipment, Wurtec rates and tagsproducts when required and specified for its customers.These products provide clear markings regarding theircapacities to the user, which in turn help provide a saferworking environment at the jobsite.
As the elevators and escalators of our industry becomeever more advanced and innovative, it is critical that thetooling that supports these products in maintenance,service and installation also evolve and improve equally.Contractors and manufacturers must invest in these toolsjust as they invest time and money into innovation appliedto their own products. As a complement to quality andinnovative end-use products, proper tooling provides astrong and measurable competitive advantage towardproperly capturing gains in efficiency and achieving saferworking conditions on the jobsite. In doing so, companiescan reap the largest possible benefit from the innovativeproducts they are developing, installing and servicing inthe most efficient manner possible for their customers,while (most importantly) keeping their most valuable assets– their employees – as safe as possible while doing so. c
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Product Details Contact
877-DRAKA-EPwww.draka-ep.com
The Draka QuickCrimp is the ideal toolfor the widest variety of crimping require-ments. It features snap-in dies that are inter-changed quickly and easily to meet specificcrimping requirements. Five (5) differentdie options cover both insulated and non-insulated terminals, lugs, ferrules, andpower contacts. The dies snap togetherkeeping your toolbox organized. Best ofall, you save the expense of carrying mul-tiple tools.
An economical oil viewing device thatis fast and easy to use. The MaxView pro-vides easy visibility of oxidation and con-tamination levels using oil samples drawnfrom the bottom of the tank. With theMaxView oil viewing device you cancatch contamination before it is too late!According to ASME Code 8.6.5.1.1, oiltanks on a hydraulic elevator should bethoroughly cleaned every 3 years.
Vertical Solutions’ unique rail bracketinserts eliminate the need for proprietaryhardware. Never be caught without insertspring washers again. The brackets at-tach to these inserts using common 5/8”bolts and nuts. Over 33% stronger thanconventional inserts in pull-out testing.Available in both Drywall/Steel (# INW04)and Masonry/Concrete (# INM05) ver-sions in 30” lengths.
1-800-222-3688www.qualityelev.com
Model DHT. Hand Tachometer
Tolerance: ± 0.5% of maximum scalevalue
RPM: 16 - 20,000FPM: 5 - 6,000Shock resistant case, wheel, and manual
included.
Special Section: Tools of the Trade
800-837-1066 www.wurtec.com
Oil Evac Unit
This oil evac unit is used to evacuate fluidslike hydraulic oil from hydraulic jacks. Itconnects via Victaulic fittings and oper-ates at 60 P.S.I. supplied by an air com-pressor. Tested on units up to 60 ‘ deep itused air pressure to push the fluid out ofthe cylinder.
The 2010 ELEVATOR WORLD Source©and EURO Source© directories arekey tools in helping industry profes-sionals locate companies, specifyproducts and purchase goods andservices.
The most complete international eleva-tor/escalator industry directory usedby over 36,000 industry professionals.
With a distribution of over 25,000,this is the only directory that specifi-cally targets and gives exposure tosuppliers and manufacturers withinthe European market or those that dobusiness there.
HERE IS HOW TO REACH THEM:u List Your Companyu Enhance your listing.....add your
company logou Advertise
Elevator Wcrld, Inc.PUBLISHER FOR THE INTERNATIONAL BUILDING TRANSPORTATION INDUSTRY
(800) 730-5093 (U.S., Canada, Mexicoand the Caribbean only)
All others, phone: (251) 479-4514E-mail: [email protected]
?WHO IS YOUR
TARGET MARKET
SuppliersManufacturers
ConsultantsEngineers
Facility Managers
Building Owners
BE IN2010!
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Product Details Contact
1-800-222-3688www.qualityelev.com
Piston Wrench.Unique assembly tool for locking multiple
section hydraulic plungers together not onlypermits applying extreme torque but alsoprotects the polished piston surface. Twowrenches required achieving a tight joint.
Model CM50-3: Range 2-3/4" - 4" dia.pistons;
Model CM50: Range 4-1/2" - 9" dia.pistons;
Model CM50-2: Range: 8-1/2" - 16" dia.pistons.
Protect your most valuable assets withquality, economical fall protection wirerope/cable grabs from The Vertical Solu-tions Company. Available for both 5/16”(# RG701) and 3/8” (# RG901) sizes theyfeature stainless steel construction, a dualcam locking mechanism and a heattreated alloy steel carabiner. All-in-onedesign has no pins or fasteners to lose.Meets ANSI Z359.1 and CSA Z259.2.1
877-DRAKA-EPwww.draka-ep.com
The Quick-Check meter measures wirerope tension in just seconds per rope. Themeter graphically displays the current ten-sion in either English or metric readings forextremely quick rope tension measure-ments. There are no complex lookup tables,no conversion charts. The digital load cellassures accuracy of up to +/- 3% and theincluded sheave set accommodates wirediameters from 0.25 through 0.75-inches.
The Tank Discharge filter system isused to remove particulate contaminationdown to 5 microns from an elevator oilsystem during normal operation. The as-sembly mounts vertically on the tank re-turn line and filter bags are easily re-placed without removing either theadapter plate or the discharge pipe. Thefilter bag is glazed on the outside and hasbeen proven to reduce noise, turbulenceand aeration of the oil.
A remarkable tool that refinishes hy-draulic plungers that have scratches,minor rust and wavy surface finishes.These imperfections will cause short seallife and excessive leaking with packings.The Sanding Sleeve can also refinish aplunger to a factory-like finish for optimalride performance. Texacone’s SandingSleeve simply bolts to existing head hard-ware and is clamped around the plunger.The sleeve is reusable needing only to berelined before being put back into action.
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Product Details Contact
877-DRAKA-EPwww.draka-ep.com
Draka’s rail alignment gauges are theperfect tool for ensuring that your guiderails are properly installed. The alignmentprocess is as easy as one-two-three! Clampa gauge onto each guide rail stretching theelastic string across the hoistway; checkthe alignment of the elastic string throughthe sight holes in each gauge; make adjust-ments as necessary. This simple methodhas been used for many years and is thepreferred by many installation and main-tenance technicians.
Save time and money with custompacked safety bags from The Vertical So-lutions Company. No need to source mul-tiple items from multiple vendors, get allof your PPE equipment in one bag fromone source. You specify the items to sup-port your safety program, from fall protec-tion to lockout/tagout and everything inbetween, and we do the rest.
The cylinder head identification hand-book is an indispensable tool for field per-sonnel who want to order the correct pack-ing set the first time. Detailed CAD drawingsallow quick and accurate identificationwithout disassembling the unit. Hand-book contains cylinder heads producedfrom over 50 years ago to present. In all,over 100 heads are shown. Handbook isprinted on durable pages that stand up tooil and grease and years of use.
For enquiries fromUS/Canada
please contactadams.sales@
adamselevator.comwww.adamselevator.com
All other enquiries please contact
Drucegrove directlywww.drucegrove.com
Drucegrove’s Equator® rope tensioningsystem is a quick and easy method to adjustaccurately and equalise rope tensions
The Equator® Rope Tensioning Systemuses two gauges to compare the tension intraction elevator hoist ropes to ensure theycan be equalised.
The system is fast to use and rope ten-sions are measured accurately, the toolsbeing calibrated on the same rope.
LIFTdesigner Express software isused to plan and design full-scale ele-vator drawings and help you createprofessional and accurate models foryour clients or projects – even in 3D. Itis very flexible and can be integratedinto your company's IT infrastructureand it supports architects, consultants,engineers and elevator companies ingetting their work done faster.
View a video presentation at:
elevatcrbooks.comELEVATOR WORLD’S ONLINE BOOKSTORE
(251) 479-4514, Ext. 19
Elevate™ Elevator Traffic Analysisand Simulation Software is used bydesigners worldwide to select thenumber, size and speed of elevatorsfor all types of buildings. Elevate™can also be used to demonstrate thatmodernizing an existing elevator in-stallation will improve service forpassengers. Elevate™ is an excellenttool for developing, testing, and demon-strating your own control systems.
elevatcrbooks.comELEVATOR WORLD’S ONLINE BOOKSTORE
(251) 479-4514, Ext. 19
Elevator Service Manager is a soft-ware suite designed and programmedspecifically for the elevator industryand, as such, outperforms the genericservice manager programs that areavailable. A fully configurable system,with modules covering Shutdowns,Contracts, Maintenance and Repairs.ESM has over 140 reports written inCrystal Reports and it is compatiblewith all major accounting packages.
For a full list of benefits/applications, visit:
elevatcrbooks.comELEVATOR WORLD’S ONLINE BOOKSTORE
(251) 479-4514, Ext. 19
Special Section: Tools of the Trade
800-837-1066 www.wurtec.com
Pendant Station
This run button provides you with an easymeans to control the car. Pendant comeswith an up, down, common, emergencystop button and a key switch. The pendantis prewired with 10’ of 18 gauge cable andthe pluggable connector as shown. Customcable lengths available upon request.
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1000’s of Products.
Visit us online at wurtec.com to see our complete product lineup.• Communication • Duct & Fittings • Hand Tools • Hoisting Equipment• Material Handling • Power Tools • Repair & Service • Test & Measure• Wire Rope • Custom Design & Build
Buy Online! wurtec.comPh: 800.837.1066
1000’s of Solutions.1 Company.
Category | Hoisting Equipment
Category | Rail Installation
Category | Hydraulic Tools
Category | Safety Tools
Rail Block PC3 Hoist
Laser Alignment Tool
Portable Roll Groover
Temporary Hydraulic Pump Hydro Spider
Workgard Barrier Jumper Kit Harness Retractable Lifeline
PearlWeave
Jack Clamp
Halo Light Kit
T-Rail LifterPlumb Line Clamp Quick Release Clevis
(with Rope Retaining U-Bolt)
Rail Alignment Starter KitPlumb Line
Ratchet Tensioner
Synthetic Rope Pendant Stations
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With innovation driving product design and constantlyleading to higher-performing elevator systems, ride qualityin elevators has gained increased focus as of late. Withthe latest building boom, the desire to travel faster andmore comfortably has grown substantially along with thedesire to install the equipment more efficiently. As aresult, the need for precision on these systems has beensteadily increasing. To address this, laser systems thatallow precise jobsite surveying and proper alignment of“king” and subsequent rail sections in an efficient andcost-effective manner have been implemented.
Laser systems such as this rail alignment tool allow precise surveying and properalignment of guide rails on the jobsite.
Furthermore, precisely manufactured tools holdingtighter tolerances have been developed for rail and rail-joint alignment, sill-leveling, jamb alignment, the “facing”of rails and plumbing hydraulic jacks, to name just a few.This constant innovation in product development hasallowed elevator manufacturers and contractors to con-tinually differentiate themselves from their competition.However, it is their ability to efficiently install and servicethese products, thereby reducing the total cost of theproduct to the customer, which wins many jobs at theend of the day. Put simply, in conjunction with a well-designed quality product, the faster, easier and moreefficiently an elevator can be installed, the more compet-itive a company can become. This realization has gainedmuch momentum in recent years as elevator contractorshave focused on building and installing elevators fasterand faster. In many cases, the best way to become moreefficient is to work smarter, not harder. To accomplish
this, tools that aid in many installation processes arebeing designed; the use of these tools allows themechanic to install the elevator components faster,increasing efficiency.
One of the staples of the Wurtec tools product line (anda product that is known to increase efficiency over manyother methods) has been the False-Car rail installationsystem. Eliminating the need for scaffolding and typicallypractical for installations of five stories or more, the fullyadjustable (in distance between guides and depth dimen-sions) False-Car allows for quick installation of rails inthe hoistway. It does this by providing the mechanic witha platform that can be powered up and down in the hoist-way using a cable climber. Perhaps most importantly, incontrast to the “car-sling” method of rail installation, theFalse-Car allows rails to be installed prior to the generalcontractor’s completion of the hoistway or provision ofpermanent power. By allowing jobsite construction of theelevator to begin as early as possible, productivity isenhanced and job-completion schedules can be met withgreater ease. As the False-Car system has steadily be-come more popular, one drawback that has consistentlybeen mentioned is the need for building a wooden plat-form on which to ride. This has been addressed recentlywith the development of a patent-pending adjustablealuminum platform frame. Continued
The patent-pending adjustable aluminum platform frame
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Innovation, Efficiencyand Safety Continued
Utilizing this platform frame, which retrofits to existingWurtec False-Cars, installers now simply adjust their plat-form to the size required, install 3/4-in. plywood (or anacceptable substitute), and attach handrails and over-head protection. Using this platform not only allows formuch quicker setup of the False-Car, but also providesinstallers with a capacity-rated and tagged platform thatcan be reused for the life of the False-Car. From an envi-ronmental standpoint, it also eliminates the waste createdby building and throwing-away various-sized woodenconstruction platforms.
Another area that has seen great improvements inefficiency includes the monitoring, tensioning and servic-ing of suspension ropes. As rope life and wear increas-ingly become issues and maintenance becomes morenecessary, older methods such as “plucking” and tension-ing via torque wrench simply do not satisfy quality andefficiency standards found elsewhere in maintenance. As a result, digital rope-tensioning devices have seen ajustified surge in popularity. The use of accurate rope-tensioning equipment allows mechanics to quickly andaccurately measure and then tension the wire ropes intheir suspension system.
Depending on the design and manufacturer, tools thatmonitor either single ropes or all suspension ropes simul-taneously are offered. Additionally, an added benefit thatmany users are not often aware of is that these sametensioning tools can be used to weigh the elevator car,thereby eliminating the need to “hang” the car to deter-mine its weight – often a half-day process at a minimum.Mechanics have found that these tools’ upfront costs areoften recouped in as few as two to three site visits forrope tensioning, due to the resultant increase in on-siteefficiency.
Another hot efficiency topic is remote monitoring. Manymajor elevator and controller manufacturers have beenoffering some iteration of this for many years, and manymore are currently in the process of development androllout of some type of remote monitoring. Whether theend goal is for preventative maintenance, data logging,hour reduction, reduced site visits or all of the above, it isquite clear that remote monitoring is here to stay.
In order to compete effectively, service and mainte-nance mechanics must have the necessary tools at theirdisposal to efficiently and properly service their cus-
tomers’ elevators, and remote monitoring will play anever-greater role in this in the future. In light of this trend,Wurtec has developed the S3 Analyzer (S3A) as a non-proprietary remote-monitoring device. The aim of theS3A is for it to be an affordable solution for contractorsand service technicians at companies of any size, whichwill assist them with issues like “running on arrival” bytracking and storing all events so the system can be ana-lyzed and the intermittent problem found. E-mail alertscan be sent for predefined faults, usage information andgeneral troubleshooting data. Whether one adapts remote-monitoring tools now or later, it is clear that the issue issomething for all members of the elevator industry tokeep an eye on and try to determine its exact direction forthe future.
The final driver behind tool development for the eleva-tor industry is one that is exacerbated ever more by theinnovation and efficiency demands already discussed. Aselevator systems grow in complexity and efficiencymeasures are demanded to an ever-increasing degree,safety becomes a critical issue in the discussion of newtool design, development and application on the jobsite.
One area that has seen some of the most impactingadvances (and therefore a renewed focus on safety) hasbeen in the electronics systems responsible for drivingand controlling elevators. Historically, when mechanicsneeded to troubleshoot problems in an elevator system,they have “jumped out” circuits in order to pinpoint theexact cause or location of the problem. For example, doorinterlocks can be jumped out to determine if a car is strik-ing an interlock during its travel. While a common prac-tice, it is also one in which training and strict proceduresshould always be followed. The reason for this is simple:if a circuit is jumped out, it is not acting as it was designedto; therefore, if left jumped out in normal operations, pas-sengers and service mechanics can be subject to abnormalrisks relative to the operation of the elevator.
In many cases, procedures are written to ensure thatjumpers are not left on site; jumpers are assigned and/orserialized for particular mechanics in order to createaccountability for them. To address this potential safetyproblem even further, jumper kits were created, in whichleads and jumpers are provided in a pouch with a log torecord which circuits have been jumped out and bywhom. In addition, these pouches often offer a lanyard by
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which to hang the kit on the doorknob to the machineroom, thereby making it all the more likely that someonerecognizes that a circuit is currently jumped out. Buildingon this idea and the underlying issues behind it, Wurtechas recently developed a time-out jumper, which can beelectronically assigned/serialized to a mechanic and seteither by administrators or the mechanic (depending onpermissions granted) to time out and allow the circuit toreturn to its normal state.
The safety issue this is meant to address is the situa-tion where a jumper is inadvertently left on a jobsite. Inthis event, the time-out jumper cannot only be tracedback with a history of usage and user information, butwill also prevent a circuit from remaining in an unin-tended state during undesirable timeframes.
Another safety concern that has gained momentum asof late is the issue of using engineered and load-ratedtools. In the past, tools were often created at local fabri-cation shops per specific customer requirements. Whilestill an option in some cases for tools not impacted byload ratings or capacity concerns, many of the productsof the past no longer meet requirements for ratings (withtags to visually inform the user of their capabilities andlimitations). When working on a jobsite, especially inareas of rigging and hoisting, it is of critical importance
that the user be fully aware of the weakest point in eachsystem. In order to calculate this, he or she must be givencapacity ratings on all available load-bearing tools andequipment. Through the use of finite element analysisand in-house testing equipment, Wurtec rates and tagsproducts when required and specified for its customers.These products provide clear markings regarding theircapacities to the user, which in turn help provide a saferworking environment at the jobsite.
As the elevators and escalators of our industry becomeever more advanced and innovative, it is critical that thetooling that supports these products in maintenance,service and installation also evolve and improve equally.Contractors and manufacturers must invest in these toolsjust as they invest time and money into innovation appliedto their own products. As a complement to quality andinnovative end-use products, proper tooling provides astrong and measurable competitive advantage towardproperly capturing gains in efficiency and achieving saferworking conditions on the jobsite. In doing so, companiescan reap the largest possible benefit from the innovativeproducts they are developing, installing and servicing inthe most efficient manner possible for their customers,while (most importantly) keeping their most valuable assets– their employees – as safe as possible while doing so. c
Special Section: Tools of the Trade
elevatcrbooks.comELEVATOR WORLD’S ONLINE BOOKSTORE
“We feel the Certified Elevator Technician program is vital to thegrowth of our company by providing education and training for ourtechs. It meets the requirements of their apprenticeships and re-quired certifications and at the same time they develop into a moreproductive and safe asset to our company.”- Charles “Chuck” A. Sharp, vice-president, D-C Elevator Co., Inc.
To purchase program curriculum, please visit
Trained technicians “do it right,” resulting in minimizeddowntime/equipment damage and maximized productivity/profit. The CET® Program is the cost-effective answer to certification and training for your company.
The administrator and certifying body of the program is theNational Association of Elevator Contractors (NAEC). For moreinformation, visit www.naec.org.
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Product Details Contact
877-DRAKA-EPwww.draka-ep.com
The Draka QuickCrimp is the ideal toolfor the widest variety of crimping require-ments. It features snap-in dies that are inter-changed quickly and easily to meet specificcrimping requirements. Five (5) differentdie options cover both insulated and non-insulated terminals, lugs, ferrules, andpower contacts. The dies snap togetherkeeping your toolbox organized. Best ofall, you save the expense of carrying mul-tiple tools.
An economical oil viewing device thatis fast and easy to use. The MaxView pro-vides easy visibility of oxidation and con-tamination levels using oil samples drawnfrom the bottom of the tank. With theMaxView oil viewing device you cancatch contamination before it is too late!According to ASME Code 8.6.5.1.1, oiltanks on a hydraulic elevator should bethoroughly cleaned every 3 years.
Vertical Solutions’ unique rail bracketinserts eliminate the need for proprietaryhardware. Never be caught without insertspring washers again. The brackets at-tach to these inserts using common 5/8”bolts and nuts. Over 33% stronger thanconventional inserts in pull-out testing.Available in both Drywall/Steel (# INW04)and Masonry/Concrete (# INM05) ver-sions in 30” lengths.
1-800-222-3688www.qualityelev.com
Model DHT. Hand Tachometer
Tolerance: ± 0.5% of maximum scalevalue
RPM: 16 - 20,000FPM: 5 - 6,000Shock resistant case, wheel, and manual
included.
Special Section: Tools of the Trade
800-837-1066 www.wurtec.com
Oil Evac Unit
This oil evac unit is used to evacuate fluidslike hydraulic oil from hydraulic jacks. Itconnects via Victaulic fittings and oper-ates at 60 P.S.I. supplied by an air com-pressor. Tested on units up to 60 ‘ deep itused air pressure to push the fluid out ofthe cylinder.
The 2010 ELEVATOR WORLD Source©and EURO Source© directories arekey tools in helping industry profes-sionals locate companies, specifyproducts and purchase goods andservices.
The most complete international eleva-tor/escalator industry directory usedby over 36,000 industry professionals.
With a distribution of over 25,000,this is the only directory that specifi-cally targets and gives exposure tosuppliers and manufacturers withinthe European market or those that dobusiness there.
HERE IS HOW TO REACH THEM:u List Your Companyu Enhance your listing.....add your
company logou Advertise
Elevator Wcrld, Inc.PUBLISHER FOR THE INTERNATIONAL BUILDING TRANSPORTATION INDUSTRY
(800) 730-5093 (U.S., Canada, Mexicoand the Caribbean only)
All others, phone: (251) 479-4514E-mail: [email protected]
?WHO IS YOUR
TARGET MARKET
SuppliersManufacturers
ConsultantsEngineers
Facility Managers
Building Owners
BE IN2010!
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Product Details Contact
1-800-222-3688www.qualityelev.com
Piston Wrench.Unique assembly tool for locking multiple
section hydraulic plungers together not onlypermits applying extreme torque but alsoprotects the polished piston surface. Twowrenches required achieving a tight joint.
Model CM50-3: Range 2-3/4" - 4" dia.pistons;
Model CM50: Range 4-1/2" - 9" dia.pistons;
Model CM50-2: Range: 8-1/2" - 16" dia.pistons.
Protect your most valuable assets withquality, economical fall protection wirerope/cable grabs from The Vertical Solu-tions Company. Available for both 5/16”(# RG701) and 3/8” (# RG901) sizes theyfeature stainless steel construction, a dualcam locking mechanism and a heattreated alloy steel carabiner. All-in-onedesign has no pins or fasteners to lose.Meets ANSI Z359.1 and CSA Z259.2.1
877-DRAKA-EPwww.draka-ep.com
The Quick-Check meter measures wirerope tension in just seconds per rope. Themeter graphically displays the current ten-sion in either English or metric readings forextremely quick rope tension measure-ments. There are no complex lookup tables,no conversion charts. The digital load cellassures accuracy of up to +/- 3% and theincluded sheave set accommodates wirediameters from 0.25 through 0.75-inches.
The Tank Discharge filter system isused to remove particulate contaminationdown to 5 microns from an elevator oilsystem during normal operation. The as-sembly mounts vertically on the tank re-turn line and filter bags are easily re-placed without removing either theadapter plate or the discharge pipe. Thefilter bag is glazed on the outside and hasbeen proven to reduce noise, turbulenceand aeration of the oil.
A remarkable tool that refinishes hy-draulic plungers that have scratches,minor rust and wavy surface finishes.These imperfections will cause short seallife and excessive leaking with packings.The Sanding Sleeve can also refinish aplunger to a factory-like finish for optimalride performance. Texacone’s SandingSleeve simply bolts to existing head hard-ware and is clamped around the plunger.The sleeve is reusable needing only to berelined before being put back into action.
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Product Details Contact
877-DRAKA-EPwww.draka-ep.com
Draka’s rail alignment gauges are theperfect tool for ensuring that your guiderails are properly installed. The alignmentprocess is as easy as one-two-three! Clampa gauge onto each guide rail stretching theelastic string across the hoistway; checkthe alignment of the elastic string throughthe sight holes in each gauge; make adjust-ments as necessary. This simple methodhas been used for many years and is thepreferred by many installation and main-tenance technicians.
Save time and money with custompacked safety bags from The Vertical So-lutions Company. No need to source mul-tiple items from multiple vendors, get allof your PPE equipment in one bag fromone source. You specify the items to sup-port your safety program, from fall protec-tion to lockout/tagout and everything inbetween, and we do the rest.
The cylinder head identification hand-book is an indispensable tool for field per-sonnel who want to order the correct pack-ing set the first time. Detailed CAD drawingsallow quick and accurate identificationwithout disassembling the unit. Hand-book contains cylinder heads producedfrom over 50 years ago to present. In all,over 100 heads are shown. Handbook isprinted on durable pages that stand up tooil and grease and years of use.
For enquiries fromUS/Canada
please contactadams.sales@
adamselevator.comwww.adamselevator.com
All other enquiries please contact
Drucegrove directlywww.drucegrove.com
Drucegrove’s Equator® rope tensioningsystem is a quick and easy method to adjustaccurately and equalise rope tensions
The Equator® Rope Tensioning Systemuses two gauges to compare the tension intraction elevator hoist ropes to ensure theycan be equalised.
The system is fast to use and rope ten-sions are measured accurately, the toolsbeing calibrated on the same rope.
LIFTdesigner Express software isused to plan and design full-scale ele-vator drawings and help you createprofessional and accurate models foryour clients or projects – even in 3D. Itis very flexible and can be integratedinto your company's IT infrastructureand it supports architects, consultants,engineers and elevator companies ingetting their work done faster.
View a video presentation at:
elevatcrbooks.comELEVATOR WORLD’S ONLINE BOOKSTORE
(251) 479-4514, Ext. 19
Elevate™ Elevator Traffic Analysisand Simulation Software is used bydesigners worldwide to select thenumber, size and speed of elevatorsfor all types of buildings. Elevate™can also be used to demonstrate thatmodernizing an existing elevator in-stallation will improve service forpassengers. Elevate™ is an excellenttool for developing, testing, and demon-strating your own control systems.
elevatcrbooks.comELEVATOR WORLD’S ONLINE BOOKSTORE
(251) 479-4514, Ext. 19
Elevator Service Manager is a soft-ware suite designed and programmedspecifically for the elevator industryand, as such, outperforms the genericservice manager programs that areavailable. A fully configurable system,with modules covering Shutdowns,Contracts, Maintenance and Repairs.ESM has over 140 reports written inCrystal Reports and it is compatiblewith all major accounting packages.
For a full list of benefits/applications, visit:
elevatcrbooks.comELEVATOR WORLD’S ONLINE BOOKSTORE
(251) 479-4514, Ext. 19
Special Section: Tools of the Trade
800-837-1066 www.wurtec.com
Pendant Station
This run button provides you with an easymeans to control the car. Pendant comeswith an up, down, common, emergencystop button and a key switch. The pendantis prewired with 10’ of 18 gauge cable andthe pluggable connector as shown. Customcable lengths available upon request.
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1000’s of Products.
Visit us online at wurtec.com to see our complete product lineup.• Communication • Duct & Fittings • Hand Tools • Hoisting Equipment• Material Handling • Power Tools • Repair & Service • Test & Measure• Wire Rope • Custom Design & Build
Buy Online! wurtec.comPh: 800.837.1066
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Category | Hoisting Equipment
Category | Rail Installation
Category | Hydraulic Tools
Category | Safety Tools
Rail Block PC3 Hoist
Laser Alignment Tool
Portable Roll Groover
Temporary Hydraulic Pump Hydro Spider
Workgard Barrier Jumper Kit Harness Retractable Lifeline
PearlWeave
Jack Clamp
Halo Light Kit
T-Rail LifterPlumb Line Clamp Quick Release Clevis
(with Rope Retaining U-Bolt)
Rail Alignment Starter KitPlumb Line
Ratchet Tensioner
Synthetic Rope Pendant Stations
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